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Raising a glass for tomorrow, we are a Canadian owned Western Canadian distributor and importer for Canada’s favourite wines and spirits.

We specialize in enduring family owned and operated global brands from Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, France, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, United Kingdom and the United States, to bring you only the very best in quality, innovation, and selection.

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With its brilliant golden hue, Orange wine is a pe

With its brilliant golden hue, Orange wine is a perfect fit for the autumn season, not only for its colour but also for it’s unique character and ability to pair with some of our favourite seasonal foods. Today we pay tribute to this ancient style of wine with the Gerard Bertrand Orange Gold in honour of Orange Wine Day.

Orange wine has been with us for roughly 4500 - 5000 years with its origins in the country of Georgia. This wine style uses white grapes that are then vinified like a red wine leaving the grapes to ferment with skin contact for anywhere from a few days to months, thus naturally producing an attractive orange colour. The wines of this region were fermented and aged in something called a qvevri, which was much like a large clay anfora. This winemaking style eventually spread to other Eastern European countries and has become popular in Slovenia and the Friuli Venezia Giulia region of Northern Italy. Now, thanks to Gerard Bertrand, Orange wine is making a name for itself in the South of France.

Orange Gold was created to pay homage to the Georgian traditions of winemaking and is also a tribute to the Sun and stunning sunsets the South of France is known for. This wine is a blend of Mediterranean varietals; Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Marsanne, Mauzac and Muscat which results in an aromatic, well structured wine with body, complexity, finesse and flavour! The wine opens with a gorgeous bouquet of white flowers, apricot, marmalade & touch of honey. The palate is fresh with layers of flavour; ripe stone fruits, orange rind, citrus and honeysuckle with a lengthy finish. This one of a kind wine pairs with so many dishes, a simple cheese plate, glazed ham, curries, duck a L’Orange, or butternut squash soup! The options are endless and as creative as this stunning wine.

📸 @gerardbertrandofficial

#OrangeWineDay #OrangeGold #OrangeWine #goldenhour #gerardbertrandwines #orangegoldsunset #southoffrance

Founder & CEO Mark Reynier along with Dr. Dustin H

Founder & CEO Mark Reynier along with Dr. Dustin Herb Ph.D shared their knowledge and passion for terroir at @terroirsymposium Outlining the sense of place along with transparency and traceability down to the single farm origins of @waterforddistillery showcases the true meaning of terroir. Thank you to all the organizers, volunteers and venues who made this symposium unique. #terroir #whisky #farmtoglass #biodynamic #organic #waterford

The rolling hills of Chianti are filled with beaut

The rolling hills of Chianti are filled with beautiful landscapes, charming Tuscan villas, incredible food and of course remarkable wines! On this International Chianti day, we pay homage to the history of Chianti wines with the legendary Barone Ricasoli.

The Ricasoli family and Chianti go hand in hand. Their story begins with their expansive property, Brolio Castle, which has been in the family since 1141. This castle is the landmark of the Chianti Classico region and is located in the southern part of Chianti just 20km north of Siena. The property includes almost 240 acres of vineyard where the family has been making wine for well over 800 years. It has been recorded as the oldest winery in Italy, making Ricasoli a key part of winemaking history!

Another very important fact is that in the late 19th century, family member Bettino Ricasoli created the first modern recipe for Chianti wine which made Sangiovese the dominant varietal in the Chianti blend. Although the specifics of the recipe have changed over time, the dominant component that remains the same is Sangiovese, all thanks to Bettino Ricasoli. Sangiovese is king at Ricasoli, and although this winery is deeply rooted in history they are also incredibly modern and innovative and other key varietals grown on the estate include Merlot and Chardonnay among others.

Ricasoli is known for their house style of perfectly balance, incredibly smooth and flavourful wines with a collection that spans from youthful easy drinking wines to Single Vineyard Gran Seleziones that have immense aging potential and everything in between.

Today is certainly the day to enjoy a true Italian feast and pair each course with one the many delights from Barone Ricasoli!

📸 ricasoli1141

@francescoricasoli #nationalchiantiday ChiantiDay #CastellodiBrolio #Ricasoli1141 #BaroneRicasoli #chianticlassico #chianti #tuscany #italianwine #sangiovese

Bold, beautiful, full bodied and flavourful are ju

Bold, beautiful, full bodied and flavourful are just some of the classic characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon. This adored varietal can definitely show itself in many forms and today we celebrate Cabernet Sauvignon Day with two Argentinian favourites from Bodegas y Cavas de Weinert, the Carrascal Cabernet Sauvignon and the Weinert Cabernet Sauvignon.

Celebrating 45 years of wine making in Mendoza, Weinert is dedicated to producing unique wines with an Old World Bordeaux style flair, so of course, Cabernet is a fitting varietal for this winery. Winemaker @hubert_weber creates his one of a kind wines by aging the wines for extended periods prior to bottling and releasing, so current vintages are often equal to something you would have already cellared for several years. For example, the current vintage of the Weinert Cabernet Sauvignon is 2011! With it’s extensive aging in oak casks, the final product is intensely aromatic with notes of plum, black currant, cherries, spice and earthy notes. The palate is rich and smooth with layers of flavour including notes of both ripe and dried dark fruits, cocoa, spice, tobacco and earthiness with a lasting finish.

In contrast, the Carrascal Cabernet is a more youthful expression, aging 18 – 36 months prior to release, so the aging isn’t quite as extensive, but certainly adds some great personality! The result? A medium bodied wine that showcases ripe dark and red fruits, cherries, pepper and toffee, but still has that old world charm!

If you are Cabernet lover, these two gems will most definitely impress!

📸 @bodega.weinert

#CabernetSauvignonDay #Weinert #BodegayCavasdeWeinert #BodegasWeinert #CabernetSauvignon #winesofargentina

The history of the whiskey sour can be traced back

The history of the whiskey sour can be traced back to when sailors would combine citrus and whiskey (or rum) to combat scurvy and quench their thirst. We’ve created a whisky sour with a twist by using a peated scotch whisky from Islay in the @portaskaigwhisky 8 YO. Slainté! #whisky #islay #cocktail #whiskeysour #twist #scotch #nationalwhiskeysourday

New Zealand is often associated with Sauvignon Bla

New Zealand is often associated with Sauvignon Blanc, but did you know they also produce a superb selection of Pinot Noir? This cool climate varietal has found its niche in the southern cooler regions of New Zealand which includes the famous Marlborough wine region. Today is National #PinotNoirDay and we are celebrating with a selection of vibrant, elegant and complex New Zealand Pinots from three incredible Marlborough estates, Greywacke, Nautilus Estate and Opawa.

Greywacke winery, which is named for the river stones found in the vineyard soils and riverbeds in Marlborough, is owned and operated by the Judd family and Pinot Noir is one of their key varietals. The grapes are grown in the sub region of the Southern Valleys, and all of the grapes in this premium wine are hand harvested and hand sorted. This wine is Incredibly fragrant with red and black fruits, floral and smoky notes. The palate is plush with strawberry, blackberry and blackcurrant followed by sweet spice, delicate tannins and a lasting finish.

Another winery with a focus on Pinot Noir is Nautilus Estate, in fact the winery began with Pinot Noir production and have a separate winery solely dedicated to Pinot Noir! Their Southern Valleys Pinot is another beautiful representation of the region and is crafted with great care and attention to detail. This wine opens with an opulent nose of dark fruits, earthiness and spice. The palate is well structured with dark fruits, savoury notes, fine tannins, and lengthy finish.

Our final selection is the Opawa Pinot Noir. The vineyard is located in the old river bed of the Opawa River, which means “smoky river” in mauri. The gravel soil is ideal for a vineyard, and its low altitude river valley location is a warmer area which allows for early ripening of the grapes. Due to the warmer days, the grapes are harvested at night in order to preserve their freshness. This is a well balanced medium body wine with an enticing nose of plum, strawberry and spice. The palate is fresh, fruity and silky with soft tannins and nice acidity.

📸 @greywackevineyards

#pinotnoir #nzpinotnoir #greywackewines #nautilusestate #opawa #nzwines #drinkpinotnoir

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Beautiful autumn days are made for the @GerardBertrandO Orange Gold! A blend of Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Marsanne, Mauzac & Muscat. Aromatic, unique & flavourful with a palate of stone fruit, citrus & honeysuckle. Pair with your fave fall dish for #OrangeWineDay! https://t.co/Fyq5L46BFt

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It might officially be autumn, but we sure love these warm summer-like days! @CulinaireMag suggests refreshing with the ready-to-drink port & tonic cocktails from @TaylorsPortWine & @CroftPink! Read more about these quaffable cocktails:
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Join us this afternoon 2pm - 4pm @willowparkwines & taste a fantastic selection of @yalumba wines! https://t.co/ETLm5Popsb

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Y not add some lively tasty wines to your weekend with the @yalumba Y Series collection? These vibrant wines from South Australia will please your palate. Choose from Viognier, Shiraz Viognier or Cabernet Sauvignon. On sale until Sep 28th @CoopWineSpirits https://t.co/94xY7AVRqN https://t.co/kyuiCJAwah

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Happy #NationalPunchDay 🍹soak up the last days of summer with a @LindoresAbbey Aqua Vitae Pineapple Punch! Delicious, refreshing & unique! Make one for yourself or for a bunch! https://t.co/2Sf5Tcs0tv

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Connect and engage with the community, culture and environment at Terroir Symposium next week. Few tickets remain, to secure your spot visit: https://t.co/j1NJ3WkXTS We look forward to seeing you there! #yycevents https://t.co/uqBFBAHgOZ

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